What would happen to Kevin Faulconer’s District 2 council seat should he become mayor?

Most likely the Nov. 19 mayoral contest will result in a runoff early next year.

If Faulconer were to win a runoff, the council most likely would appoint a replacement for the remaining months of his council term, someone who would be barred from running for his seat in the June primary.

Shift to District 6 Councilwoman Lorie Zapf, who plans to run for re-election. Because of redistricting, however, Zapf, actually now lives in District 2 and will be one of those seeking the seat now held by Faulconer, who is termed out.

Complicated, isn’t it?

Family affair: Meanwhile, Faulconer’s son plans to get involved in his dad’s mayoral campaign. “I’m going to help put signs in people’s yards,” says Jack, 12. He and his sister, Lauren, 9, missed school to be with their mom, Katherine, and dad when he made his candidacy official Wednesday. Faulconer says he discussed his plans with his kids a week ago, promising to remain available for their important events.

The venue Faulconer chose to put forth his vision for San Diego’s future? A city park at 2020 (symbolic, no doubt) Harbor Island Drive.